Songwriting Lessons
Great art often begins with imitation. A student gains inspiration from her favorite musician and learns how to play her favorite songs. As she progresses, she develops a unique vision and style, often combining elements learned through imitative techniques. To communicate her individuality, the student begins songwriting.
Writing a great song is a creative process that takes practice, revision, and input from others – ideally, from encouraging professionals. We can help students, beginners and seasoned, discover how to best communicate their vision through music and become more successful and satisfied musicians.
At Matt Burk Music Studio, our instructors have years of experience songwriting commercially and for personal fulfillment.
Songwriting lessons may include guidance in:
Cash Callaway – Voice, Songwriting & Audio Production Instructor; Audio Engineer & Producer
Cash is a professional performer, producer, songwriter, and audio engineer, and a teacher of voice, keyboard, songwriting, and audio production. After receiving a bachelor’s degree in music theory/composition from Baylor University, he spent 13 years working in the music industry in Dallas and Los Angeles.
He has more than 10 years of experience teaching students ages 7 to 60, and in practically every genre. Cash has instructed notable students such as Shaylen Carrol, from the HBO TV show “The Wanna Be’s,” Hayley Orrantia, from the Disney Soundtrack “Tinkerbell,” Demi Lovato, and Ryan Cabrerra. Click here to read more.
Clarence Gardener – Piano, Songwriting & Audio Production Instructor
Clarence embarked upon a music career at a very young age. He was fortunate to find a musical instructor who unlocked his hidden talent and ignited his creative passion. He attended the Peabody Preparatory at John Hopkins University, focusing on piano studies and composing his first solo piano composition at the ripe age of eight. Berklee College of Music recognized his budding talent and awarded him the BEST scholarship; which he used toward his degree in Professional Music, with an emphasis on Contemporary Writing & Production, Music Synthesis, and Entrepreneurship. Click here to read more.